Thin film nanocomposite: the next generation selective membrane for CO2 removal

Abstract

Recent innovations in nano-enabled membranes, particularly thin film nanocomposites (TFN), are anticipated to accelerate the adoption by industry of this green and energy-efficient technology. TFN properties are highly tunable through meticulous material selection and membrane design while the flexibility of interfacial polymerization (IP) enables easy scale-up of TFN. This review discusses the contemporary advancements in TFN for CO₂ separation, where the important aspects involved in the material development are critically reviewed. The challenges and future prospects of TFN to heighten the performance of membrane-based CO₂ removal are also highlighted.